About Justin N
Justin N Leonelli earned his law degree from Duquesne University School of Law. He came out of a program known for its emphasis on practical training and courtroom preparation. His time there provided a foundation in both trial advocacy and legal writing. Classrooms and clinics shaped an approach to the law that values clear analysis and careful attention to procedure.
After law school, Leonelli gained admission to practice in Pennsylvania and before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit. Those admissions position him to handle matters that move between state courts and the federal appellate system. Working across those forums requires attention to differing rules and deadlines. Leonelli’s career has been built on managing that complexity.
Over the course of his practice he has handled matters that involve litigation and appellate briefing. He prepares motions and appeals and counsels clients on procedural strategy. His work often involves translating complex factual records into concise legal arguments. That combination of detail work and courtroom orientation frames how he approaches client matters.
Leonelli maintains current memberships in professional associations. He engages with colleagues and participates in firm and bar group activities. That involvement keeps him current on evolving practice issues and procedural developments. He also contributes to internal firm projects and case teams, collaborating with lawyers across practice areas to address client needs.
He is based at Reed Smith LLP, where he is part of a team that addresses client matters in Pennsylvania and in the Third Circuit. His day-to-day practice involves drafting appellate briefs, preparing federal filings and coordinating litigation strategy that spans state and federal courts. He currently practices at Reed Smith LLP and routinely handles matters in Pennsylvania and cases before the Third Circuit.
